By Deborah Aldridge, Horticulturist and Owner of The Consummate Gardener blog Crocuses are some of the first flowers to poke their heads through the soil in the early spring, sometimes popping up even through snow. Propagating crocus bulbs from division is a simple and easy method of multiplying these enchanting flowers. Information About Crocus Bulbs Crocus flowers appear from March to April in a wide range of colors, from white to yellow and shades of purple, with solid and striped varieties. The bulbs grow best in well-drained, sandy loam but tolerate many soil types. They prefer a sunny location but will tolerate partial shade. The flowers will not open in full shade. Tips for Propagating Crocus Bulbs Crocus bulbs must be dug up for division when they have gone dormant after the first frost in the fall. When you dig up crocus bulbs for propagation, be sure to dig far
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